High School Biology Teacher

Grade Level: 9-11

Start Date: August, 2018 (TBD)

Location: Springfield Honors Academy

Summary and Overview

Springfield Honors Academy will endeavor to develop the intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity of every member of our student body. The instructional, curricular and cultural expectations for the high school will be singularly focused on one goal: all graduates of the academy will gain admission into, find success within, and ultimately graduate from competitive four-year colleges.

Our vision encompasses solid instructional practices, a rigorous course of study supported by both state and international standards, a service learning and seminar component as part of the schools' signature programming, and a culture that builds social maturity and respects the unique individuals who together will make our institution complete.

Teachers will be provided opportunity for daily professional development and fiercely supported in their personal professional learning goals. Teacher teams will be established to help design curriculum, build culture, conduct research, analyze data, and support all aspects of student life on campus. It will be the primary goal of administration to lead with high levels of transparency and trust, with a secondary goal of making this high school the only place our staff will ever want to teach.

About the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership

In 2015, the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and Springfield Public Schools partnered to form the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP). SEZP is committed to ensuring that the middle and high schools in "The Zone" are engaging environments where teachers receive the supports they need to grow professionally, and students have the opportunity to acquire the academic and personal skills to succeed in the college or career of their choice.

Each SEZP school has the autonomy to craft and implement its own, unique vision for success and receives support from an ecosystem of national-caliber partners. Furthermore, Teacher Leadership Teams at each school ensure that teacher voice is heard and that there is strong communication between school administration and staff.

High School Biology Teacher Responsibilities

Create a safe, purposeful classroom environment that prioritizes the use of engaging instructional practices to support high levels of learning

Collaborate with other teachers, instructional leaders, and partners to ensure instruction is meeting the needs of students

Assess students appropriately, analyze data, and determine appropriate next steps

Ensure that instruction meets the needs of all students, including students with special needs and English Language Learners

Communicate regularly with families to solicit input and share academic progress

Participate in regular professional development opportunities before and during the school year

Biology Teacher Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Appropriate subject area content (Biology) and high school level licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Desired Skills

Experience teaching in an urban setting

Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish)

SEI Endorsement

Experience with Advanced Placement (AP)

A track record of success working with students and proven expertise in high school Biology/Science instruction

High expectations for self and others, and a willingness to hold self and others accountable to these expectations

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills

Effectiveness at building strong relationships with students and families

Commitment to professional growth and regularly seeking out opportunities to improve instructional practice

Belief and alignment with SEZP's core beliefs and philosophy, including the belief that each and every child can excel academically

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage interrelated tasks

Benefits

SEZP offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; salaries for new teachers start at $50,500. Teachers in SEZP qualify for benefits (personal/sick days, health insurance, etc.) offered to other teachers in the Springfield Public Schools.

Positions will be filled on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please contact sezp@springfieldempowerment.org with any questions.



Primary Location: Springfield Honors Academy
Salary Range: Based on collective bargaining unit salary schedule
Shift Type: FT - Full Year

Job Contact Information:

Name: Grace Howard-Donlin
Title: Principal
Phone:
Email: howard-donling@springfieldpublicschools.com